Rare Celtic gold coins found in Swiss bog may reveal ancient ritual offerings

Two extremely rare Celtic gold coins that were found in a woodland near Arisdorf in northwestern Switzerland are providing new information about the early phases of coinage in the area and ritual practices dating back more than 2,000 years...

More info: https://archaeologymag.com/2026/01/rare-celtic-gold-coins-found-in-swiss-bog/

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Rare Celtic gold coins found in Swiss bog may reveal ancient ritual offerings

Two extremely rare Celtic gold coins that were found in a woodland near Arisdorf in northwestern Switzerland are providing new information about the early phases of coinage in the area and ritual practices dating back more than 2,000 years...

More info: https://archaeologymag.com/2026/01/rare-celtic-gold-coins-found-in-swiss-bog/

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Following the discovery of a near-complete carnyx at an Iron Age hoard in west Norfolk, we hear a demonstration from trombone player Professor John Kerry.

These animal-headed bronze instruments were used by Celtic tribes across Europe to inspire warriors into battle.

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Among the old British Celts, a newborn prince would often be given to another family to raise until he became an adult. In some early King Arthur stories, Arthur is raised by the fairies. In later stories, he's instead raised by Sir Ector, the father of Kay (Arthur's best friend).

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Among the old British Celts, a newborn prince would often be given to another family to raise until he became an adult. In some early King Arthur stories, Arthur is raised by the fairies. In later stories, he's instead raised by Sir Ector, the father of Kay (Arthur's best friend).

#MythologyMonday #Folklore #Mythology #Wales #Celts #KingArthur #Arthuriana #Arthurian #Disney #THWhite